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Proper nutrition is crucial for a growing child’s health and well-being. After all, their food not only fuels their little body and expanding mind/brain, but it also impacts their future health and eating habits. As a Dietitian mom, I’ve enjoyed deepening my nutrition knowledge during my pregnancy, while breastfeeding and now while feeding my toddler.  […]

Healthy snack ideas are a great way to boost both energy and nutrition. Additionally, with the back-to-school season upon us, many parents are eager for make-ahead snack inspiration. Therefore, as a dietitian and new mom, I understand the importance of between meal nourishment not only for little tummies, but also for busy parents/adults. Today’s blog […]

Reducing food waste is a powerful way to save money and the environment! In honour of Earth Day, I’ll share my dietitian-approved strategies to lessen this all-too-common household problem of wastefulness. After all, Canadian families throw away about 10% of the groceries purchased. What a shame. Therefore, let’s say goodbye to wilted spinach, moldy mushrooms and spotted […]

A High Fiber Foods Chart for Constipation is a key resource for many struggling with this all-too-common challenge. Therefore, your Registered Dietitians at Dietetic Directions have you covered. Nevertheless, fiber-boosting in general is a healthy practice since most are simply not getting enough. Today, we’ll review bowel regularity facts and a High Fiber Foods Chart for Constipation, […]

Cooking in batches helps healthy eating become a reality. After all, a little time spent up front pays off tremendously with ready-to-enjoy, convenient meals when you need them. Today’s blog is dedicated to my top 3 dietitian-approved, batch cooking tips. Additionally, I’ll share practical (and versatile) meal ideas so get ready to dig right into […]

A Meal Planning Template is an invaluable tool to get better organized, save money and improve nutrition. After all, if you’re overwhelmed with those all-too-familiar dinner dilemmas, or you want to simplify your life, meal planning may be your perfect solution. In today’s blog, I’ll share our amazing and FREE Meal Planning Template along with […]

Breastfeeding nutrition is key for providing both baby and momma with nourishment during a crucial time for growth, development, and, of course, bonding. As a first-time mom, I found those early days were filled with a surplus of information, sleep deprivation, as well as a BIG learning curve on how to actually breastfeed. Nevertheless, today in celebration […]

Want to eat enough veggies? Most of us know that these colourful, vitamin-rich gems are good for us. However, according to Statistic Canada (2021), only 2 in 10 Canadians meet the daily requirement. Therefore, many of our Dietetic Directions clients and blog readers, want to know tips and tricks to eat more veggies. Today, I will share […]

March is Liver Health Month as well as Nutrition Month! Therefore, let’s explore 7 foods that are good for fatty liver. After all, there’s power in nutrition and the foods we eat to help us manage (or prevent) certain health conditions. Today, I’ll highlight 7 foods good for managing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which is […]

A pantry inventory is key in having an organized kitchen. After all, how often do you buy canned foods or dried goods (especially when sales incentivize you) and then later forget about them? I know I am guilty of this. Are you too? Nevertheless, to celebrate the New Year, as a Registered Dietitian, I want to help you […]

Pregnancy super foods are a powerful way to optimize your nutrition and that of your unborn baby. Undoubtedly, eating well during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do, especially with the increase in body demands as the baby grows and develops. Today’s blog takes a “food first” approach to meeting your changing […]

Healthy freezer meals are the result of strategic batch cooking! Truly, freezer meals are a super-effective way to set yourself up for success by planning and preparing meals ahead. After all, getting into the habit of cooking more than you need equips you with convenient, delicious foods that are ready to be enjoyed WITHOUT PREP […]